System and method for managing a regulated industry

Abstract

A system and a method enable supply chain solutions for regulated industries. The embodiments facilitate regulatory and tax compliance management integrated with smart inventory and e-warehouse management solutions. The embodiments are applicable to heavily regulated industries such as, for example, beverages, food, oil, pharmachemicals, and chemicals.

What is claimed is:  
     
         1 . A system for managing a regulated industry, comprising: 
 an inventory management module, wherein the inventory management module tracks goods in an industry;    a process module, wherein the process module receives data pertaining to various stages of the industry;    a regulation module, wherein the regulation module processes data relating to regulations governing the industry; and    a core module, wherein the core module is coupled to the inventory management module, the process module, and the regulation module, and coordinates the operation of the modules.